Director of Electrical Engineering (OFCI)

Overwatch Mission Critical•Santa Teresa, NM

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Overwatch is a service-disabled Veteran-owned small business (SDVOB) certified through the national veterans business development council (NVBDC), offering construction professional services, talent acquisition, and general contractor for the mission-critical infrastructure industry. Our mission is the construction and management of state-of-the-art data centers with the precision and reliability this industry demands. From high-end engineers to seasoned professionals, we deploy the people you need to get your data center off the ground. At Overwatch, it's more than a job. It's purpose. Lead technical strategy, procurement support, integration, and execution of Owner Furnished Contractor Installed (OFCI) electrical infrastructure across the team's hyperscale and colocation data center portfolio. This role requires a seasoned mission-critical electrical engineering leader with deep expertise in utility interconnection, medium-voltage distribution, generators, UPS systems, switchgear, transformers, PDUs, EPMS/SCADA, grounding, and critical power architectures. Serve as the team's senior technical authority for OFCI electrical systems, driving design standardization, constructability, speed-to-market, and operational resiliency across concurrent fast-paced projects. Ideal candidate: 15+ years of mission-critical data center experience; proven success delivering large-scale hyperscale or colocation projects from concept through commissioning; thrives in high-growth environments and makes rapid, confident technical decisions.

Requirements

Proficient in Bluebeam Revu, Revit, and ACAD
Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Teams and PowerPoint
10 - 15 Years
5 Years
Does not require a PO but to be able to review submittals and specifications for understanding of UPS, (Multi modules and redundant systems), Switchgear, Generators, Overhead Busway, Static Transfer Switches, PDU/RPP and DCIM.
Coordinate GC and Owner Furnished Equipment to make sure all equipment meets specifications.
Candidates must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license appropriate for the role and be eligible to operate a motor vehicle in accordance with applicable laws.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in a professional work environment, including preparing written reports and documentation, conveying information clearly to team members, clients, and stakeholders, and responding appropriately to verbal and written communications related to job duties.
Must be able to walk, stand, stoop, twist, bend, and climb stairs or ladders for extended periods while navigating uneven, unpaved, or obstructed terrain.
Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.
Must be able to drive between job sites and access all areas of an active construction zone, including raised platforms, scaffolding, and confined spaces.
Must be able to tolerate exposure to outdoor weather conditions, dust, and construction-related noise, vibrations, and odors.
Must be able to communicate effectively with contractors, engineers, and site personnel, and maintain situational awareness in high-activity environments.
Personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety vests, hearing protection, and steel-toe boots, is required.
Must have sufficient visual acuity to read drawings, specifications, and safety signage, and to observe site activity.

Nice To Haves

Help with supply chain a plus!

Responsibilities

Lead OFCI electrical strategy, specifications, procurement, factory testing, integration, and deployment.
Act as SME for MV distribution, generators, UPS/batteries, switchgear, transformers, busway, STS, EPMS/SCADA, grounding, and concurrent maintainable topologies.
Provide technical leadership from planning through energization and turnover.
Review and approve engineering deliverables from EORs, vendors, and consultants.
Drive rapid decision-making and issue resolution to protect aggressive schedules.
Coordinate across Development, Construction, Operations, Procurement, and Commissioning.
Evaluate and select equipment vendors (bid reviews, submittals, FWT, performance validation, long-lead strategy).
Resolve RFIs, field issues, and commissioning findings in real time.
Maintain and improve BOD standards, design standards, and technical governance.
Advance continuous improvement in speed, reliability, constructability, scalability, maintainability, efficiency, and cost.
Support operations troubleshooting, upgrades, and reliability initiatives.
Evaluate emerging electrical technologies.
Mentor engineering staff and support portfolio capital planning.
Travel to sites, factories, and facilities as required.